After the Message: The Hour is Coming

Hey Guys,

This past Sunday, we stood face-to-face with eternity.
In our journey through the Gospel of John, we arrived at a striking declaration from Jesus:
“An hour is coming and even now has arrived, when the dead will hear the voice of the Son of God, and those who hear will live.” (John 5:25)

And again,
“An hour is coming in which all who are in the tombs will hear His voice, and will come out…” (John 5:28–29)

In this message titled “The Hour Is Coming,” we saw Jesus as more than a gentle teacher or compassionate healer. We saw Him as the One who raises the dead and judges the world—the eternal Son of God who has life in Himself and the divine authority to call every soul to account.

⏳ The Message Was Clear
Jesus speaks of two hours:

• A present hour of grace, in which dead sinners are made alive through the power of His voice.
• A future hour of resurrection and judgment, when all who have died will be raised—either to eternal life or eternal condemnation.

There’s no in-between. There’s no second chance beyond the grave.
That hour is coming—and it may come sooner than we think.

? What Does This Mean for Us?
If you’re a believer, it means you’ve already heard His voice. You’ve passed from death to life. But now you are called to live as one who will rise again—to live with eternal urgency, holy obedience, and gospel-driven compassion.
“Those who hear will live…” (v.25)

If you are not yet saved, let this message ring in your soul:
There is still time. You are still breathing. The voice of Jesus is still calling.
“Today if you hear His voice, do not harden your hearts.” (Hebrews 3:15)

Run to Him in repentance. Trust Him fully. He alone can give you eternal life—and He will, if you come by faith.

? Let’s Keep the Conversation Going
Here are a few questions to consider this week:

• Have I truly heard the voice of Jesus and responded in faith?
• Am I living each day in light of eternity—or just coasting through time?
• Who do I know that still needs to hear the gospel before that final hour comes?

?️ Need to Talk or Pray?
If this message stirred your heart or left you with questions about your salvation, we want to walk with you. Reach out. Let’s pray. Let’s open the Bible. There’s nothing more important than being ready for the hour that is coming.
Because when Jesus speaks, the dead will rise.
And eternity will begin.

? Join us next week as we continue our “Believe” series in the Gospel of John—discovering more of who Jesus is, and why believing in Him changes everything.
Until then, live ready. Live bold. Live in Christ.

Serving Him,

— Pastor Joey Hufstedler